Best General Finishes in 2026

This is the stain that has the most "finishing feel" of all General Finishes' products

Woodworkers love the lustrous finish that shows up

Heavy-bodied, and so does not penetrate as deeply into the wood as liquid oil-base stains do

Plastic Gallon Jug - due to an metal can shortage, product may come in a plastic jug instead of a metal container

Woodworkers love the lustrous finish that shows up

Heavy-bodied, and so does not penetrate as deeply into the wood as liquid oil-base stains do

This is the stain that has the most "finishing feel" of all General Finishes' products

Woodworkers love the lustrous finish that shows up

Heavy-bodied, and so does not penetrate as deeply into the wood as liquid oil-base stains do

Arm-R-Seal topcoats are made with only the highest quality urethane resin

These topcoats are extremely durable and long lasting

They are formulated to be wiped on with a cloth or applied with a foam brush

Do not apply clear topcoats over bright white paint, as yellowing may occur due to a reaction to the substrate. Light color paints may also experience yellowing due to topcoat application, but it will less noticeable.

The hardest, most durable consumer polyurethane top coat on the market today

Dry Time Between Coats is only 1 to 2 Hours

Translucent colors used to create beautiful decorative finishes

Specially formulated to give you a longer open time

Use over any completely cured finish

Ultra penetrating wood Stains

Designed to work like solvent-based Stains

Deep rich tones enhance wood grain

Do not apply clear topcoats over bright white paint, as yellowing may occur due to a reaction to the substrate. Light color paints may also experience yellowing due to topcoat application, but it will less noticeable.

The hardest, most durable consumer polyurethane top coat on the market today

Dry Time Between Coats is only 1 to 2 Hours

Ultra penetrating wood Stains

Designed to work like solvent-based Stains

Deep rich tones enhance wood grain

This paint is self-sealing and does not require a topcoat

Do not apply clear topcoats over bright white paint, as yellowing may occur due to a reaction to the substrate. Light color paints may also experience yellowing due to topcoat application, but it will less noticeable

Extremely durable premium furniture paint with high adhesion rated for interior or exterior use.

High-quality pigments produce rich, dark colors; Can be hand-applied or sprayed.

Indoor use only; Formulated to provide workability similar to oil based stains

Low odor, low VOC, water cleanup and noncombustible

This paint is self-sealing and does not require a topcoat

Do not apply clear topcoats over bright white paint, as yellowing may occur due to a reaction to the substrate. Light color paints may also experience yellowing due to topcoat application, but it will less noticeable

Extremely durable premium furniture paint with high adhesion rated for interior or exterior use.

Do not apply clear topcoats over bright white paint, as yellowing may occur due to a reaction to the substrate. Light color paints may also experience yellowing due to topcoat application, but it will less noticeable

Exterior 450 Topcoat is fortified with UV absorbers to stabilize and protect the integrity of the finish but will not prevent the wood from changing color from sunlight

This topcoat also contains built-in properties to protect against fungal growth

Do not apply clear topcoats over bright white paint, as yellowing may occur due to a reaction to the substrate. Light color paints may also experience yellowing due to topcoat application, but it will less noticeable

Spray on application only - recommended Accuspray HVLP atomizing sets: .043 -.051 tip and nozzle

No. 9 -10 air cap

Plastic Gallon Jug - due to an metal can shortage, product may come in a plastic jug instead of a metal container

Do not apply clear topcoats over bright white paint, as yellowing may occur due to a reaction to the substrate. Light color paints may also experience yellowing due to topcoat application, but it will less noticeable

Can BWE be used over raw wood? Yes, but GF’s Stain Blocker should be applied first to prevent potential wood tannin bleed-through

Plastic Gallon Jug - due to an metal can shortage, product may come in a plastic jug instead of a metal container

Exterior 450 Topcoat is fortified with UV absorbers to stabilize and protect the integrity of the finish but will not prevent the wood from changing color from sunlight

This topcoat also contains built-in properties to protect against fungal growth

Do not apply clear topcoats over bright white paint, as yellowing may occur due to a reaction to the substrate. Light color paints may also experience yellowing due to topcoat application, but it will less noticeable

Exterior 450 Topcoat is fortified with UV absorbers to stabilize and protect the integrity of the finish but will not prevent the wood from changing color from sunlight

This topcoat also contains built-in properties to protect against fungal growth

General Finishes Exterior 450 Stains are premium quality, exterior pigmented wood stains designed for outdoor projects with vertical surfaces such as garage doors, entrance doors and furniture

These outdoor water-based wood stains not recommended for large horizontal surfaces such as a deck

Exterior 450 Stains contain U.V. absorbers to protect the finish but will not prevent the wood from changing color from sunlight

Do not apply clear topcoats over bright white paint, as yellowing may occur due to a reaction to the substrate. Light color paints may also experience yellowing due to topcoat application, but it will less noticeable

Exterior 450 Topcoat is fortified with UV absorbers to stabilize and protect the integrity of the finish but will not prevent the wood from changing color from sunlight

This topcoat also contains built-in properties to protect against fungal growth

Dawn Powerwash Spray gets dishes done faster in 3 easy steps: just spray, wipe, and rinse to cut through grease 5x faster (vs Dawn Dish Soap Non-Concentrated)

Fully squeeze trigger and allow the innovative nozzle to continuously spray directly on dishes, suds will activate instantly on contact without water

For heavily soiled dishes allow the suds to sit for a few minutes to allow the Dawn Platinum Powerwash Spray to break down and lift away soils

Windex Glass Cleaner leaves an unbeatable streak-free shine**​

**Based on Windex Original lab testing against leading competitor glass cleaners per Nielsen Scantrack US 52 weeks ended 3/29/19.

Starts working on smudges and fingerprints even before you wipe

KILLS 99.9% OF BATHROOM VIRUSES AND BACTERIA: Lysol Power Toilet Cleaner is tested and proven to kill 99.9% of bathroom viruses and bacteria (when used as directed); EPA Reg no.777-81

POWERFUL STAIN REMOVAL: This cleaner powers through tough stains and toilet bowl rings in seconds to leave your toilet bowl sparkling clean

GERM KILLING FORMULA: The thick clinging gel coats the entire bowl and rim; powering through the toughest toilet stains and bowl ring to leave you toilet clean and sanitized

Includes: One 5 lb box of OxiClean Versatile Stain Remover Powder so you can harness the power of oxygen to get tough stains out

Fight Tough Stains: OxiClean powder features an oxygen-based, water-activated formula that gets out tough dirt, persistent spots and set-in stains

Clothing Stain Remover: Works as a laundry stain remover for clothes with regular detergent to get clothes extra clean (for best results, use as a presoak for your laundry before you wash your clothes)

One 55 oz box of ARM & HAMMER Super Washing Soda Household Cleaner and Laundry Booster

100% fragrance-free and phosphate-free washing soda neutralizes and eliminates odors naturally without the use of heavy fragrances, leaving a long-lasting fresh and neutral clean scent

As a laundry additive, it improves liquid laundry detergent performance by up to 15% (1), giving you cleaner, whiter and brighter laundry and upholstery (1) For mustard and blood stains vs leading value detergent alone

Includes: One 3 lb box of OxiClean Versatile Stain Remover Free, Laundry Stain Remover for Clothes so you can harness the power of oxygen to get tough stains out

Free From: This clothing stain remover for laundry is free from irritating dyes and perfumes, making it perfect for those with sensitivities

Fight Tough Stains: OxiClean powder features an oxygen-based, water-activated formula that gets out tough dirt, persistent spots and set-in stains

This is the stain that has the most "finishing feel" of all General Finishes' products

Woodworkers love the lustrous finish that shows up

Heavy-bodied, and so does not penetrate as deeply into the wood as liquid oil-base stains do

Plastic Gallon Jug - due to an metal can shortage, product may come in a plastic jug instead of a metal container

Woodworkers love the lustrous finish that shows up

Heavy-bodied, and so does not penetrate as deeply into the wood as liquid oil-base stains do

Includes: One 5 lb container OxiClean Odor Blasters Odor & Stain Remover Powder so you can attack tough odors at their core

Fabric odor eliminator: Odor neutralizer great for laundry and throughout your house, including sweaty gym clothes, musty towels, and smelly household stains on carpet, upholstery and tile

No fading: Chlorine free and color safe laundry stain remover and odor eliminator won't cause colors to fade

Includes: One 5 lb container of OxiClean White Revive Laundry Whitener and Stain Remover to maintain and revive dingy whites

Chlorine Bleach Alternative: OxiClean White Revive Laundry Whitener and Stain Remover for white clothes contains 40% more whitening power per load than chlorine bleach

Laundry Detergent Booster: Use with your regular detergent to gently lift away stains while brightening and restoring dingy whites